October weather forecastAlta, WY
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, in Alta, Wyoming, is a frosty autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C).Temperature
With the beginning of October, Alta's average high-temperature experiences a significant decrease, moving from an enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C) in September to a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C). October witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C).Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 70%.Rainfall
In Alta, in October, during 8.9 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Alta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.6 days and collects up to 32.95" (837mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through June, August through December. In October, it is snowing for 12.1 days. Throughout October, 12.8" (325mm) of snow is accumulated. In Alta, Wyoming, during the entire year, snow falls for 160.8 days and aggregates up to 200.16" (5084mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 10h and 59min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 6:15 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In Alta, the average sunshine in October is 6.2h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during October translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Average temperature in October
Alta, WY
- Average high temperature in October: 46.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (23.2°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 29.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (7.7°F).
Average pressure in October
Alta, WY
- Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Alta, WY
- Average wind speed in October: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4.8mph).
Average humidity in October
Alta, WY
- Average humidity in October: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).
Average rainfall in October
Alta, WY
- Average rainfall in October: 2.36"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.91").
Average rainfall days in October
Alta, WY
- Average rainfall days in October: 8.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Alta, WY
- Average snowfall in October: 12.8"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (34.33").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Alta, WY
- Average snowfall days in October: 12.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (23.6 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.1 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Alta, WY
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in October
Alta, WY
- Average sunshine days in October: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (6.2 days).
Average UV index in October
Alta, WY
- Average UV index in October: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Alta, WY
- Average cloud cover in October: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in October
Alta, WY
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (3mi).
